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Tell The Tribune: What are you doing to celebrate the Jazz’s playoff success?
The Utah Jazz are in the second round of the playoffs for the first time in seven years. What are you, your family and friends doing to celebrate and support the team?... The Utah Jazz are in the second round of the playoffs for the first time in seven years. What are you, your family and friends doing to celebrate and ... -
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Tell The Tribune: Are you worried about an immigration crackdown in Utah?
The Tribune wants to talk to people who are — or fear they will be — affected by wider immigration enforcement under President Donald Trump.... The Tribune wants to talk to people who are — or fear they will be — affected by wider immigration enforcement under President Donald Trump.... -
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Tell The Tribune: Will you or someone you know be affected by Trump’s refugee and travel bans?
In an executive order Friday, Trump suspended refugee admissions to the U.S. for four months; indefinitely banned Syrian refugees from entering, and issued a 90-day ban on entry to the U.S. from countries with terrorism concerns, including Syria, Iraq and Libya.... In an executive order Friday, Trump suspended refugee admissions to the U.S. for four months; indefinitely banned Syrian refugees from entering, and i... -
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Tell The Tribune: Did you participate in one of Utah’s women’s marches?
Thousands participated in protest marches across the country and in the state this week — in Park City, Ogden, St. George and Salt Lake City. We want to hear from Utahns who marched — what the experience was like, why they did it, and what they hope it accomplished.... Thousands participated in protest marches across the country and in the state this week — in Park City, Ogden, St. George and Salt Lake City. We want ... -
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Tell The Tribune: What’s your favorite Newbery book?
The Salt Lake Tribune wants to spark conversations about Newbery-winning — and Newbery-deserving — children’s literature, and we want to hear which books our readers love.... The Salt Lake Tribune wants to spark conversations about Newbery-winning — and Newbery-deserving — children’s literature, and we want to hear which bo... -
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Tell The Tribune: Are you going to Trump’s inauguration or the Women’s March on Washington?
Tickets are now available through the Utah GOP for President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration this month. We want to talk to Utahns who are traveling to D.C. to take part in events — or participate in the Women’s March on Washington the day after the inauguration.... Tickets are now available through the Utah GOP for President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration this month. We want to talk to Utahns who are traveling... -
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Tell The Tribune: How are piles of Utah snow and ice making it hard to get around this week?
Holiday snowstorms blanketed the Salt Lake Valley with lots of the white stuff — nice when you’re inside with a warm drink but much less so for those out shoveling or trying to navigate a sidewalk or parking lot that hasn’t been.... Holiday snowstorms blanketed the Salt Lake Valley with lots of the white stuff — nice when you’re inside with a warm drink but much less so for those ... -
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Tell The Tribune: Do you live or work near one of Salt Lake City’s four new homeless shelter sites? What do you think?
Salt Lake City Mayor Jackie Biskupski has revealed the sites of four future 150-bed homeless shelters: 653 E. Simpson Ave., 275 W. High Ave., 131 E. 700 South, 648 W. 100 South. We want to hear the thoughts of people who know these locations best.... Salt Lake City Mayor Jackie Biskupski has revealed the sites of four future 150-bed homeless shelters: 653 E. Simpson Ave., 275 W. High Ave., 131 E. 7... -
UPINHave a news tip or story idea for The Tribune?Help inform The Salt Lake Tribune’s coverage by using this form to submit a news tip or a story suggestion.... Help inform The Salt Lake Tribune’s coverage by using this form to submit a news tip or a story suggestion....
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Tell the Tribune: After the presidential election, how do you plan to navigate Thanksgiving dinner talk?
The 2016 presidential election was one of the most divisive in history and there are plenty of families where opinions are divided. Do you think President-elect Donald Trump’s victory may lead to arguments among family members this Thanksgiving? And how do you plan to deal with it if it does?... The 2016 presidential election was one of the most divisive in history and there are plenty of families where opinions are divided. Do you think Presi... -
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Tell The Tribune: What should President-elect Donald Trump do first?
After a bitterly fought election that was viewed on both sides as especially important to the nation’s future, Republican Donald Trump is set to become the 45th U.S. president. We want to hear from readers: What should Trump do first, what will he do, and how can he bridge the gulf between supporter... After a bitterly fought election that was viewed on both sides as especially important to the nation’s future, Republican Donald Trump is set to becom... -
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Tell The Tribune: Do you allow your children to play tackle football?
The number of students playing high school football in Utah has stayed relatively steady over the past five years, despite rising concerns nationally about the safety of the game. The Salt Lake Tribune would like to hear from parents who have made the decision — to allow their children to play or no... The number of students playing high school football in Utah has stayed relatively steady over the past five years, despite rising concerns nationally ... -
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Tell The Tribune: How many times has your Utah congressional district changed?
Some Utah locations have switched congressional districts in four straight redistricting efforts, dating back to 1982. We’re looking for Utahns who’ve changed districts without moving to tell us what they think about the boundary changes and the benefits or challenges that came with them.... Some Utah locations have switched congressional districts in four straight redistricting efforts, dating back to 1982. We’re looking for Utahns who’ve... -
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Tell The Tribune: What should go in Utah’s time capsule?
Utah. Gov. Gary Herbert recently opened a time capsule that was interred in the State Capitol in 1916. We want to know what our readers think should go in the state’s new time capsule, to be opened in 100 years.... Utah. Gov. Gary Herbert recently opened a time capsule that was interred in the State Capitol in 1916. We want to know what our readers think should g... -
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Tell The Tribune: How does your family celebrate Halloween?
We want to talk to Utahns about how they celebrate Halloween, and if that has evolved — whether that’s a transition away from neighborhood trick-or-treating, or an amping up of costumes.... We want to talk to Utahns about how they celebrate Halloween, and if that has evolved — whether that’s a transition away from neighborhood trick-or-tr... -
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Tell The Tribune: Has your view of the LDS Church’s policy on same-sex couples changed in the past year?
A year ago, the LDS Church announced a new policy, declaring same-sex couples to be “apostates” and barring their children from blessing and baptism rituals until they are 18. We want to know what members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints think about the change.... A year ago, the LDS Church announced a new policy, declaring same-sex couples to be “apostates” and barring their children from blessing and baptism r... -
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Tell The Tribune: Do your health care plans depend on the election?
Utahns interested in signing up for next year’s health care on the online marketplace can begin enrolling Nov. 1, just days before the 2016 election is decided. But with President Barack Obama leaving the White House soon, a health care change could be on the horizon. We want to talk to Utahns who’v... Utahns interested in signing up for next year’s health care on the online marketplace can begin enrolling Nov. 1, just days before the 2016 election i... -
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Tell The Tribune: Are you pre-gaming national debates by watching Utah matchups?
Hoping to draw more viewership and interest for local races, the Utah Debate Commission scheduled some of its matchups — like last week’s between Gov. Gary Herbert and challenger Mike Weinholtz — on the same night, though not the same time, as national debates. We want to hear from Utahns whether th... Hoping to draw more viewership and interest for local races, the Utah Debate Commission scheduled some of its matchups — like last week’s between Gov.... -
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Tell the Tribune: Is the presidential race giving you anxiety?
Either Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump will occupy the White House for the next four years. At this stage, the nation has never had two more unpopular presidential candidates and some find the potential outcomes distressing. We want to hear how our readers are coping with one of the nation’s most co... Either Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump will occupy the White House for the next four years. At this stage, the nation has never had two more unpopular... -
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Tell The Tribune: Does FluMist warning change your flu vaccination plans?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending that the popular needle-free FluMist not be used in the U.S. because it has not protected against certain influenza strains as well as traditional flu shots. We want to talk to Utahns who’ve used nasal spray vaccinations in the past, and... The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending that the popular needle-free FluMist not be used in the U.S. because it has not protect... -
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Tell The Tribune: How are rising football ticket prices affecting Utes fans?
With rising win totals, the Utes have hiked ticket prices as well. Season-ticket holders are paying more for tickets for the 2016 season even as there is one fewer home game on the schedule than in 2015 (http://bit.ly/1nB0uMK). Season prices for most fans have risen between 23 percent and 36 percent... With rising win totals, the Utes have hiked ticket prices as well. Season-ticket holders are paying more for tickets for the 2016 season even as there... -
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Tell The Tribune: Do you recreate in Utah Lake, the Great Salt Lake or the Jordan River?
Recent algae problems in Utah Lake forced closures of the lake and other waterways, and drew attention to water quality in the state. We want to hear what readers think about major bodies of water along the Wasatch Front, and how they use them — or don’t.... Recent algae problems in Utah Lake forced closures of the lake and other waterways, and drew attention to water quality in the state. We want to hear ... -
UPINTell The Tribune: What kinds of experiences do LGBT students have at BYU?Some say BYU’s LGBT policies foster discrimination at the school, owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But others have said LGBT students have had positive experiences at the school. We want to talk to more Brigham Young University students who identify as LGBT about their time ... Some say BYU’s LGBT policies foster discrimination at the school, owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But others have said LGBT ...
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Tell The Tribune: What do Utahns love about the Olympics?
Utah’s love for the Olympics didn’t fade after the 2002 games in Salt Lake City. Since at least 2000, Salt Lake City has been one of the country’s top television markets for Olympic viewership. And this summer’s games in Rio have been no different: No market has tuned into NBC’s prime-time coverage ... Utah’s love for the Olympics didn’t fade after the 2002 games in Salt Lake City. Since at least 2000, Salt Lake City has been one of the country’s top... -
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Tell The Tribune: What’s your experience with air ambulance companies?
The air medical transport industry is growing nationally, with the number of helicopters in service tripling in under 20 years. Utah is served by 20 rotary-wing ambulances, with four added in the past year alone, and is the headquarters of a major accreditation group and a national chain of air ambu... The air medical transport industry is growing nationally, with the number of helicopters in service tripling in under 20 years. Utah is served by 20 r... -
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Tell The Tribune: Do you plan to vote for a ‘write in’ candidate who’s not on the presidential ballot this November?
Neither major-party presidential candidate — Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump — seems to be winning over a majority of Utahns in recent polls, leaving many voters unclear how they will cast their vote this November. We’re asking readers if they plan to write in someone who isn’t on the ballot: Mitt ... Neither major-party presidential candidate — Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump — seems to be winning over a majority of Utahns in recent polls, leaving... -
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Tell the Tribune: Are you going to the Republican or Democratic national conventions?
The Republican and Democratic national conventions are just days away and we are looking for Utahns who will be there. Are you going as a volunteer, a staffer, a protester or a tourist? Let us know.... The Republican and Democratic national conventions are just days away and we are looking for Utahns who will be there. Are you going as a volunteer, a... -
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Tell The Tribune: 2 years after former A.G.s Shurtleff and Swallow were charged, are you surprised there have been no trials?
Former Utah Attorneys General John Swallow and Mark Shurtleff were arrested and charged with a range of public corruption counts two years ago, on July 15, 2014. Numerous court hearings have been held, but trials have yet to take place. We want to know what our readers think — is the lack of resolut... Former Utah Attorneys General John Swallow and Mark Shurtleff were arrested and charged with a range of public corruption counts two years ago, on Jul... -
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Tell The Tribune: Should gun laws change in reaction to mass shootings like the one in Orlando?
After mass shootings in Sandy Hook, San Bernardino and most recently at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Congress has debated a variety of changes to the nation’s gun laws but approved none. We’re asking our readers what changes Congress should make, if any, in reaction to this violence.... After mass shootings in Sandy Hook, San Bernardino and most recently at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Congress has debated a variety of changes to the n... -
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Tell The Tribune: What does Hillary Clinton’s presumptive Democratic nomination mean to Utah women?
For the first time, after 57 U.S. presidential elections, a major party is likely to nominate a woman for the nation’s highest office. We want to know what it will mean to Utah women if Hillary Clinton makes history by receiving the Democratic Party’s nod in late July.... For the first time, after 57 U.S. presidential elections, a major party is likely to nominate a woman for the nation’s highest office. We want to know...
